An enchanting 16th century epic of exotic passion and power, this novel tells the captivating story of one of India’s most legendary heroines. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.
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Mehrunnisa is born when her family’s fortunes are at their lowest. They’ve fled Persia and barely have enough money to make the trip to India. They don’t know where their next meal is coming from. A kind stranger helps them on their way and their fortunes improve.
Mehrunnisa comes to the attention of the emperor’s favorite wife as a child. …
The writing in this book is beautiful and the history was fascinating, but I just couldn’t find it in me to like either of the main characters. The prince/emperor came across as indecisive, easily duped, and a bit of a weenie.
And Mehrunissa? Sorry, I just can’t fathom lusting after a guy at eight years old, watching him marry woman after woman …